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Mozilla keeps Firefox alive on legacy Windows versions with extended support: According to the official Firefox release calendar, the extended support release ...
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Firefox: Longer support for old operating systems: In March 2023, there was information regarding Mozilla's support of Firefox on older versions of Windows ...
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Mozilla scraps two more Firefox add-ons: Deep Fake Detector and Orbit: More casualties in the wake of Mozilla wanting to redirect development efforts on the ...
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YouTube shuts down ad-blocker loophole, tightens restrictions: YouTube's fight against ad blockers began with an experiment in May 2023, when it started warning ...
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YouTube apparently launches another round in the fight against ad blockers: Complaints from users with ad blockers about YouTube warning messages are increasing ...
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Mozilla discontinues AI assistant Orbit for Firefox: Mozilla has announced that the AI-powered browser assistant Orbit will be discontinued on June 26, 2025 ...
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Microsoft silently erases a key feature from Windows 7 as Windows 11 changes things up
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Mozilla begins screening Firefox extensions for crypto scams: A new system automatically flags cryptocurrency wallets that seem fishy, keeping them from being ...
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Firefox is dead to me – and I'm not the only one who is fed up: Opinion: Parent company Mozilla's not my fave either
theregister.com/2025/06/17/opinion_column_firefox/
Operating systems: Why Windows 7 is the last real Windows - | Golem.de: Does nostalgia distort the view? I'm installing Windows 7 and checking whether it ...
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Arc browser is dead and I finally found its perfect replacement : This browser gives me Arc vibes
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More gamers are switching to Windows 11, according to Valve: Windows 11 is increasing its popularity among gamers. Valve's latest report shows that the ...
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Why I'm done with Firefox for good - and which browser I'm using instead: I've used practically every browser out there and keep coming back to Firefox-based ...
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Mozilla fires off emergency patch to fix Nvidia GPU artifacting bugs in Firefox: If you've been experiencing unusual visual glitches and artifacts with Firefox ...
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Mozilla is shutting down its read-it-later app Pocket: Mozilla is shutting down the read-it-later service Pocket in July, but you'll have until October to ...
engadget.com/apps/mozilla-is-shutting-down-its-read-it-later-app-pocket-183247576.html
Firefox quickly hotfixes multi-monitor glitches with Nvidia GPUs: If your browser has been looking weird when you watch video on a secondary monitor ...
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Mozilla shares details on newly released Firefox address bar and search improvements
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Firefox 138 turns the address bar into a command center: Firefox just gave its address bar a cool upgrade in version 138, transforming it into a versatile ...
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Mozilla fixes graphics issues in Firefox on Nvidia systems: Mozilla released a small update for the just-launched Firefox 139 to address graphics issues on ...
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The war on links escalates with Firefox's experimental AI previews: Mozilla's Firefox has joined Chrome in offering AI-powered previews, but this time with an ...
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Firefox's address bar just got a lot smarter with new features: Now you can be more productive since you won't have to faff around with menus and settings.
pcworld.com/article/2794950/firefoxs-address-bar-just-got-a-lot-smarter-with-new-features.html
Digg founder pitches Mozilla to save Pocket: Kevin Rose, who made his name with Digg.com, has petitioned Mozilla to let Digg take over the content site.
pcworld.com/article/2793167/digg-founder-pitches-mozilla-to-save-pocket.html
Windows 7: Not to be killed, even at Computex 2025: Even before Windows 10 was considered possibly the best Windows of all time, Windows 7 (*2009 - | † 2020) ...
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Firefox: Mozilla eliminates security vulnerabilities from Pwn2Own hacker competition
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Google's search monopoly breakup could mean the death of Firefox: The crackdown on Google's monopoly position also harbours disadvantages for Mozilla's ...
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Senior Mozilla exec explains how Firefox dies without Google and it's not just the money
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Firefox gets big update with profiles and better looks on Windows 11: It is time for Firefox users to install a big new update. Version 138 is here with better ...
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Firefox: User numbers continue to fall: Mozilla's Firefox browser is currently not going through an easy phase. The latest user figures paint a picture of the ...
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Windows 7 took ages to load if you had a solid background. Now we know why: Users who used a single-color background in Windows 7 sometimes had to wait longer to ...
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Here's why Windows 7 took so long to boot with solid color backgrounds in 2009
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Mozilla: Firefox's existence threatened by the end of the Google search deal - | Golem.de
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Firefox arrives late to the party with a new feature Chrome has had for years: Better late than never, right?
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Windows 7 took forever to load if you had a solid background. Now we know why: Users who used a single-color background in Windows 7 sometimes had to wait longer ...
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Mozilla Firefox finally has native profile switching with latest update: For example, make it easier to distinguish between work and leisure.
pcworld.com/article/2767660/mozilla-firefox-finally-has-native-profile-switching-with-latest-update.html
If Google is forced to give up Chrome, what happens next?: Opinion: It's going to be very, very interesting in a 'May you live in interesting times' ...
theregister.com/2025/05/09/opinion_column_google_chrome_potential_divestiture/
Firefox: Popular browser apparently on the verge of collapse - | 'Very frightening'
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Mozilla CFO warns: Bankruptcy threatens without Google: A Mozilla boss has revealed how great the dependence on Google really is. He also sees the danger of a ...
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Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation used to be a nightmare for Windows PCs.: Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation used to damage Windows XP PCs, and Microsoft ...
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Janet Jackson’s ‘Rhythm Nation’ crashed some Windows laptops for years: For years, a Windows laptop maker used a custom filter for resonant frequencies in the ...
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Apple's iOS 19 refresh hints at a glossy aesthetic inspired by Windows 7: Apple's iOS 19 update is set to debut at WWDC in June and is reportedly bringing ...
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Mozilla plans to launch 'Thundermail' email addresses for users: Thundermail will have both free and paid versions, and it'll be part of the greater ...
pcworld.com/article/2658515/mozilla-plans-to-launch-thundermail-email-addresses-for-users.html
Windows 11's growth slowed down in May 2025: Last month was not too kind to Windows 11. The operating system reportedly slowed down its global growth.
neowin.net/news/windows-11s-growth-slowed-down-in-may-2025/
Prominent Computex sign runs Windows 7, as Microsoft insists we move on from Windows 10
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Mozilla's new open-source Gmail alternative puts your privacy first: Thunderbird developers are working on a new email service that prioritizes privacy over ...
zdnet.com/article/mozillas-new-open-source-gmail-alternative-puts-your-privacy-first/
Firefox 137 finally gets tab groups, address bar improvements, and more: The latest version of Mozilla's Firefox browser brings new features and a number of ...
pcworld.com/article/2656013/firefox-137-finally-gets-tab-groups-address-bar-improvements-and-more.html
Firefox 137 released: New tab groups and improved address bar: Mozilla released version 137 of the Firefox browser today. In addition to security improvements ...
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Mozilla Firefox will soon reduce the need for dangerous DLL injection for enterprise users
techspot.com/news/107307-mozilla-firefox-soon-reduce-need-dangerous-dll-injection.html
Mozilla patches Firefox bug ‘exploited in the wild’, similar to bug attacking Chrome
techcrunch.com/2025/03/28/mozilla-patches-firefox-bug-exploited-in-the-wild-similar-to-bug-attacking-chrome/
Mozilla warns Windows users of critical Firefox sandbox escape flaw: Mozilla has released Firefox 136.0.4 to patch a critical security vulnerability that can let ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/mozilla-warns-windows-users-of-critical-firefox-sandbox-escape-flaw/
YouTube cracks down (again) on ad blockers, frustrating users: Some users are once again frustrated by YouTube's erratic behavior with ad blockers ...
techspot.com/news/107221-youtube-anti-ad-blocker-measures-causing-problems-browsers.html
Mozilla Firefox: Download Mozilla Firefox - Improve your browsing experience with Mozilla's open-source and highly acclaimed Firefox.
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You have 4 days to update Firefox before everything breaks: This upgrade isn't optional.
zdnet.com/article/you-have-4-days-to-update-firefox-before-everything-breaks/
Firefox: Mozilla closes critical sandbox vulnerability in Windows version: Updates for Firefox close a sandbox vulnerability in Windows. It is similar to the one ...
heise.de/news/Firefox-Mozilla-schliesst-kritische-Sandbox-Luecke-in-Windows-Version-10331842.html
Update Firefox now! Extensions and streaming sites could break otherwise: A certificate will soon expire, one that's required for the use of various ...
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Mozilla warns users to update Firefox before certificate expires: Mozilla is warning Firefox users to update their browsers to the latest version to avoid facing ...
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Firefox increased its market share in Europe thanks to Digital Markets Act: The browser choice screens enforced by the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) are having ...
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Mozilla’s new message: We’re the only browser not backed by billionaires: Mozilla's new CEO outlines coming browser features and her hopes for regulatory ...
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Paid articlePaywallTrump's DoJ keeps pushing for Google to get rid of Chrome: Some companies - SpaceX, Starlink, Meta - are doing well under the current administration. Google ...
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Mozilla rewrites Firefox’s Terms of Use after user backlash: Critics said the new terms implied Mozilla was asking users for the rights to whatever data they ...
techcrunch.com/2025/03/03/mozilla-rewrites-firefoxs-terms-of-use-after-user-backlash/
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Key FactsMozilla Revises Firefox Terms Following User Backlash
Mar 03 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: techcrunch.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: techcrunch.com
- Mozilla has rewritten Firefox's Terms of Use to address user concerns over vague language in the previous version.
- The updated terms clarify that user data is utilized solely for operating Firefox and grants no ownership of that data to Mozilla.
- Confusing references to the Acceptable Use Policy have been removed, along with an improved explanation of legal terms.
- Mozilla highlights that shared data is anonymized and aggregated, ensuring no personally identifiable information is disclosed.
Firefox 136 brings native vertical tabs (finally!) and security fixes: Mozilla's latest update to Firefox adds a long-awaited feature, plus a few other bits ...
pcworld.com/article/2627782/firefox-136-brings-native-vertical-tabs-finally-and-security-fixes.html
Mozilla clarifies: Firefox continues to support adblockers like uBlock Origin - Golem.de
golem.de/news/mozilla-stellt-klar-firefox-unterstuetzt-adblocker-wie-ublock-origin-weiterhin-2502-193724.html
Thunderbird 136 officially switches to monthly releases, matching Firefox: Mozilla's mail app Thunderbird is taking off with a new desktop release channel ...
pcworld.com/article/2629380/thunderbird-136-officially-switches-to-monthly-releases-matching-firefox.html
Firefox deletes promise to never sell personal data, asks users not to panic: Mozilla says it deleted promise because “sale of data” is defined broadly.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2025/02/firefox-deletes-promise-to-never-sell-personal-data-asks-users-not-to-panic/
Mozilla: Firefox should remain "commercially viable" - | Golem.de: The Terms of Use for Firefox presented by Mozilla were heavily criticized ...
golem.de/news/mozilla-firefox-soll-kommerziell-lebensfaehig-bleiben-2503-193851.html
Firefox 136 is out with vertical tabs, updated sidebar, and a lot more: Firefox has just received a big update, and it packs a lot of new stuff ...
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End of Windows 10: Windows 11 is catching up quickly: In recent months, Windows 11 has been able to increase its market share considerably ...
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Google takes action: Chrome disables uBlock Origin for more users - Golem.de: More and more Chrome users can no longer use Manifest v2 extensions such as uBlock ...
golem.de/news/google-greift-durch-chrome-deaktiviert-ublock-origin-bei-weiteren-nutzern-2502-193641.html
5 easy browser tweaks that secure your web surfing: Browsers like Firefox and Tor offer some useful built-in settings for improving your data security and ...
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Mozilla once again extends Firefox support on Windows 7: Mozilla is still not ready to drop Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 support in Firefox. The browser will continue ...
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Mozilla is reneging on its promise not to sell personal data: A new direction by the Firefox manufacturer in combination with changed terms of use is causing ...
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Cloudflare's bot bouncer blocks weirdo browsers: Not on Firefox or a Chrome derivative? You shall not pass
theregister.com/2025/03/04/cloudflare_blocking_niche_browsers/
Hacker group releases updated tool to activate almost all modern Microsoft software
techspot.com/news/106819-hacker-group-releases-updated-tool-activate-almost-all.html
Windows 7 gains support for modern apps, but not the way you'd expect: Windows 7 can now run Windows 8 and 10 apps on your PCs, but there is a catch.
xda-developers.com/windows-7-gains-support-for-modern-apps/
Firefox 135 update fixes security flaws and some crash issues: The latest update features some security fixes as well as some other bug fixes.
pcworld.com/article/2614946/firefox-135-update-fixes-security-flaws-and-some-crash-issues.html
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Microsoft Might Have Given Up on Windows 7, but Mozilla Hasn't: Firefox 115 ESR will continue to support older operating systems until September 2025.
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How to Revive an Old Computer for Your Kid—or Decide on a New One: If you have an older computer that feels too slow to get anything done, these tips may keep it ...
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Key FactsRevive an Old Computer or Choose a New One
Jul 02 23 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance
Summary created with AI assistance
- Windows 10 PCs: reset and restart
- Wait for the reset process to complete, then install all Windows updates - this may require two or three restarts, depending on how long your PC has been out of operation.
- Next, upgrade to Windows 11 if possible.
- If the PC Health Check app indicates that your laptop is not supported, you may still be able to upgrade to Windows 11, depending on how your laptop falls short of the requirements. However, this carries risks. Read the guide from Ars Technica to decide whether you want to upgrade or continue using Windows 10.
How Europe could ‘leap ahead’ in the global AI race, according to Mozilla’s president
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Restaurant Review: L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Brings New Yorkers the Plate Lunch: Helen Rosner reviews the plate lunch at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, a chain with ...
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Firefox surprises no one by adding AI to the browser: Mozilla's Firefox is adding support for third-party AI services within its Windows browser ...
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9 reasons you should ditch Chrome for Android and use this old-school browser instead
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I ditched Chrome years ago, here are 5 open-source browsers I recommend instead: Get rid of Chrome and use these open-source alternatives instead.
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